Performance Popup Box

Stall Speed

Calculated using the maximum lift coefficient, estimated maximum lift coefficient, estimated gross weight at sea level. The maximum lift coefficient is set in the Preferences Screen which is accessible from the File Menu. The estimated gross weight is entered in the Detail Tab .

Estimated Maximum Speed

Calculated using the flat plate area obtained from the Drag Breakdown Tab , total wing area also obtained from theDrag Breakdown Tab , maximum power available obtained from the Detail Tab , maximum propeller efficiency obtained from the Performance Tab in the Preferences Screen which is accessible from the File Menu.

Maximum L/D (Lift to Drag Ratio)

Calculated using the flat plate area obtained from the Drag Breakdown Tab , total wing area and aspect ratio which are also obtained from the Drag Breakdown Tab

Minimum Sink Speed

Calculated using the flat plate area obtained from the Drag Breakdown Tab , total wing area and aspect ratio which are also obtained from the Drag Breakdown Tab